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Sports can build character. But it doesn't happen automatically. And good intentions are not enough. PRIMED to Compete: Coaching for Character is the definitive book for coaches who want to optimize young peoples' experience of competition and promote their character, performance, and overall...

“I’m proud to call George a mentor and a friend.” —Michael Jordan Orphaned at just thirteen in a still-segregated Washington, D.C., George Raveling was introduced to a relatively unpopular sport—basketball—in high school. The rest, as they say, is history. Raveling went on to become...

Pete Sampras is arguably the greatest tennis player ever, a man whose hard-nosed work ethic led to an unprecedented number one world ranking for 286 consecutive weeks, and whose prodigious talent made possible a record-setting fourteen Grand Slam titles. While his more vocal rivals sometimes...

Athletic genius explained. A groundbreaking new perspective on the science of elite sporting performance. Why couldn't Michael Jordan, master athlete that he was, hit a baseball? Why can't modern robotics come close to replicating the dexterity of a five-year-old? Why do good quarterbacks always...

Closing the sale. Asking for a raise. Nailing the big presentation. Of the 2,000 hours you work every year, your success or failure is determined in the couple of dozen crucial hours when you need to bring your absolute best. Will you? The last few minutes before a major challenge can be...

A bold new theory of leadership drawn from elite captains throughout sports—named one of the best business books of the year by CNBC, The New York Times, Forbes, strategy+business, The Globe and Mail, and Sports Illustrated “The book taught me that there’s no cookie-cutter way to...

It’s part of human nature to test our limits. But what happens when this part comes to define us? When Jenny Valentish wrote a memoir about addiction in 2017, she noticed that people who treated drug-taking like an Olympic sport would often hurl themselves into a pursuit such as marathon...

"Fresh and funny… St. John has crafter a winner.” —Tony Horwitz, author of Confederates in the Attic In the life of every sports fan, there comes a moment of reckoning. It may happen when your team wins on a last-second field goal and you suddenly find yourself clenched in a loving embrace...

Brought to you by Penguin Winning isn’t a science. It’s an art. And it can be learned. No one embodies winning more than Bill Belichick, the greatest American football coach of all time. Over the past fifty years, Belichick has been a man of notoriously few words, believing that a coach...

Brought to you by Penguin. A globe-spanning narrative adventure about how the euphoria of cold water can transform — and even extend — your life. Lifelong athlete and Sports Illustrated writer Chris Ballard worried his days of exercise were numbered. Then he received a fateful text message...

Transform sports performance anxiety into elite mental toughness and step onto the field with unbreakable confidence. Perfect for your pre-game commute, this empowering audio guide equips you with actionable sports psychology tools to conquer nervous energy. Whether you are battling locker-room...

Unlock explosive running speed and perfect your form without risking injury during your next 5K or fitness workout. Whether you are hitting the pavement for an early morning run or commuting to the gym, this motivating guide turns active listening into a masterclass in athletic conditioning...

Transform your endurance and crush your first ultramarathon without sacrificing your health, career, or family time. Perfect for your morning commute or long training run, this no-nonsense sports science guide turns the daunting world of extreme distance running into an achievable, structured...

Transform pre-game jitters into elite focus using proven sports psychology to conquer high-pressure athletic competition. Whether you are commuting to early morning practice or finding your zone in the locker room, this empowering audio guide rewires your nervous system for success. Stop relying...

Transform from feeling out of shape to a confident 5K runner with this motivating, injury-free beginner fitness plan. Perfect for your morning commute or daily walk, this reassuring guide destroys the myth that cardiovascular endurance is only for natural athletes. Build unstoppable stamina...

Conquer trail anxiety and build relentless mental toughness to master the grueling demands of backcountry backpacking. Perfect for your commute to the trailhead, this immersive audio prepares you to face steep elevations and harsh weather with unwavering focus. Leave hesitation behind and turn...

Transform your endurance cycling with science-backed workouts that build massive speed without consuming your busy life. Juggling work, family, and athletic goals often leads to burnout for amateur riders trying to log endless miles. Discover a highly motivating, energetic approach to sports...

Transform your daily workout from an exhausting struggle into an energizing athletic journey with smart training habits. Whether you are lacing up for a morning run or listening during your commute, you can build serious physical conditioning without the burnout. Say goodbye to heavy legs and...

Reclaim your body and mind with an empowering women's wellness guide that transforms beginners into confident runners. Overcome self-doubt and dismantle the myth that you need a specific body type or age to hit the pavement. Whether you are lacing up your shoes for the first time or returning...

Transform your daily run into a powerful speed training session without risking injury or burnout. Whether you are juggling a chaotic work schedule, raising a family, or simply squeezing in a quick morning workout, this empowering audio companion adapts to your reality. Hit the pavement with...